WATO – What Are The Odds?

Support & Help Center

App Version: 1.0
Last Updated: 2026‑05‑10
Contact: wato.app.cc@gmail.com

Getting Started

WATO (What Are The Odds?) is a social party game app where friends challenge each other with fun dares, set their confidence odds, and earn points. Play on a single device — no extra hardware needed.

First Launch

Open the app — a short interactive tutorial introduces the core concepts.
Create your profile — pick a display name and avatar.
Choose a language — English, German, or Spanish.
Start playing — select a game category and invite your friends!

Minimum Requirements

iOS 16+ / Android 8.0+
Internet connection required for multiplayer and account features
Age: 12+

How to Play

Game Categories

Category	Description
Party	Classic social challenges — perfect for any gathering
Games Night	Fun challenges for your game night sessions
Party Xtreme	Coming soon
Games Night Xtreme	Coming soon
Romantic	Coming soon
No Filter	Coming soon

Round Flow

Each round follows five steps:

Challenge Presentation — A random challenge appears from the selected category.
Set Your Odds — Each player sets their confidence (0–100%) on whether the challenge will be completed.
Challenger Determined — A weighted random draw selects who must attempt the challenge.
Group Vote — All players vote (yes/no) on whether the challenger completed it.
Points Awarded — Points are calculated based on wagers and the outcome.

After all rounds, the final podium reveals the winner!

Game Settings

Before starting, the host can configure:

Number of rounds per game
Timer duration for each phase
Game category selection

Multiplayer

Creating a Game

Go to Create Game from the main menu.
Configure your game settings (category, rounds, timer).
Share the 4–6 digit join code with your friends.
Wait for players to join (up to 12 players per session).
Start the game when everyone is ready.

Joining a Game

Go to Join Game from the main menu.
Enter the join code shared by the host.
You'll be added to the lobby automatically.

During the Game

All game state is synced in real time.
The host can remove players from the lobby.
If the host disconnects during a game with 3+ players, the next player becomes host automatically.
An emoji chat is available during sessions.

Account & Profile

Creating an Account

You can play locally without an account. To use multiplayer features, sign in with:

Email & Password
Google Sign-In

Editing Your Profile

Go to Settings → Account Settings to:

Change your display name
Choose a different avatar

Deleting Your Account

Go to Settings → Reset Profile to delete your account and all associated data:

Your Firebase account is deleted
Your server-side profile is removed from our database
All local app data is cleared
Game history is erased

After deletion, data is fully removed/anonymized within 90 days in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

General

Q: Is WATO free to use?
A: Yes. WATO is free to download and play. There are no ads and no in-app purchases at this time.

Q: What languages does WATO support?
A: English, German, and Spanish. Change your language in Settings → Language.

Q: Is this a gambling app?
A: No. WATO is purely for entertainment. There is no real money involved — only virtual points within the game.

Gameplay

Q: How many players can play?
A: Up to 12 players per multiplayer session. For local play, there is no strict limit.

Q: Can I replay the tutorial?
A: Yes. Go to Settings → Reset Profile to restart the onboarding experience. Note: this also resets your profile data.

Q: What happens if the host leaves mid-game?
A: If at least 3 players remain, the next player is automatically promoted to host. If fewer than 3 players remain, the session ends.

Q: The join code isn't working — what should I do?
A: Make sure you're entering the code exactly as shared (codes are case-sensitive). The code expires when the host starts the game or if the session is abandoned. Ask the host to share a new code if needed.

Technical

Q: The app is crashing or freezing — what should I do?
A: Try these steps in order:

Close and reopen the app.
Check that your device has a stable internet connection.
Update the app to the latest version from the App Store or Google Play.
Restart your device.
If the problem persists, contact us at wato.app.cc@gmail.com with your device model and OS version.

Q: I'm not receiving notifications.
A: Make sure notifications are enabled for WATO in your device's system settings (Settings → Notifications → WATO). In the app, check Settings → Notifications.

Q: My game session was lost.
A: Sessions that are inactive for an extended period are automatically cleaned up. Start a new game — your account and profile are not affected.

Privacy & Data

Q: What data does WATO collect?
A: Only what's needed to run the app: account info (if signed in), game sessions, and app settings. We do not sell your data. See our full Privacy Policy.

Q: How do I delete my data?
A: Go to Settings → Reset Profile. This removes your account, game history, and local data. Server-side data is deleted/anonymized within 90 days.

Q: Does WATO use tracking or advertising?
A: WATO does not contain advertising. Optional crash reporting and analytics require your consent in the EU/UK.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Solution
App won't open	Update to the latest version; restart your device
Can't sign in	Check your internet connection; try a different sign-in method
Multiplayer not connecting	Ensure both players have internet; verify the join code
Challenges not loading	Check your connection; restart the app
Language not changing	Go to Settings → Language and select your preferred language
Avatar not saving	Ensure you tap the save/confirm button after selecting

Contact Us

If you can't find the answer to your question above, we're happy to help.

Email: wato.app.cc@gmail.com

When contacting support, please include:

Your device model and OS version (e.g., iPhone 15, iOS 18.2)
A description of the issue
Screenshots if applicable
Your display name in the app (if relevant)

We aim to respond within 48 hours.